UN: Insects could battle world hunger and obesity

The UN has new weapons to battle hunger, boost nutrition, and reduce obesity and pollution, and they might be crawling or flying near you right now: Edible insects.

The Food and Agriculture Organisation hailed the likes of grasshoppers, ants, and other members of the insect world as an under-utilised food for people, livestock, and pets.

A 200-page report says 2bn people worldwide already supplement their diets with insects, which are high in protein and minerals, and have environmental benefits.